LLM International Law at University of Göttingen

Programme overview

Göttingen Master of International Law (GOMIL) is a postgraduate programme designed to provide a deeper understanding of legal rules and standards of interstate relations and so to prepare students for careers involving international law and policy. The programme encompasses not only the exploration of theoretical foundations of international law, but also the critical examination of numerous real-life examples and case studies illustrating the practical application of its rules and principles. The programme encourages and supports the development of independent thinking, a vital skill in the dynamic realm of international law.

Faculty: Faculty of Law | Duration: 2 semesters (1 October to 30 September) | Study mode: full-time; English-taught | Intake: Winter semester | Location: Göttingen, Niedersachsen, Germany

What you will study

Your studies at the GOMIL Programme will normally take one year (from October to September). During this time, you will have to obtain 60 ECTS credits, including 20 credits for a completion of a master's thesis.

Career pathways

On the one hand, the Master's degree programme prepares students for a possible Ph.D in the areas of general international law, but also in the specialist areas of (international) commercial and criminal law. On the other hand, the Master's offers graduates opportunities in international organizations (e.g.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission: restricted (application to the faculty). Application deadline: 31 May Previous Education Bachelor's or higher degree. in law, political science, international relations or another related subject. open to learn more Since our students come from various countries with different grading systems, we do not formally require that you achieve a particular average grade in your previous studies (e.g., British first-class honours), but your grades will certainly constitute an important criterion in the process of evaluation of applications. Though our most typical applicants are law graduates, we also welcome applications from graduates from other disciplines as a way to ensure the diversity of backgrounds, skills and experiences leading to fruitful and mutually beneficial exchange of knowledge and ideas. If your previous field of study is not law, we may ask you to provide a short explanation of how your studies or professional experience is relevant to the specialization of this master's program. Additional one year of relevant.

EUR 8,500 for the whole programme. Tuition for the LL.M. in International Law (2 semesters, 1 October to 30 September); early-bird rates of 7,200 EUR (apply before 1 January) and 7,500 EUR (apply before 1 April) apply. Source

Intake: Winter semester

Duration: 2 semesters (1 October to 30 September)

Apply through the official page: https://www.uni-goettingen.de/en/46792.html

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